These 10 Maine Towns Have The Silliest Names But Are So Worth A Visit
By Michelle|Published September 20, 2018
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Michelle's life is a colorful map of exploration and adventure. From the iconic streets of New York to the sunny shores of Florida, the jagged coast of Maine to the rugged terrain of Montana, she's been fortunate to call some of America's most beautiful states home. Beyond the U.S., Michelle's wanderlust has taken her on a motorcycle journey through India, led her to teach English in Hanoi, and saw her studying Spanish in Guatemala. Michelle graduated with a communications degree from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and in addition to a career in advertising has worked with OnlyInYourState since 2016, where her love for travel and storytelling converges. Alongside writing and exploring, Michelle finds joy in photography, staying active, and time with her family.
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We’ve been loving the stranger side of Maine lately. From the wacky museums to the roadside attractions you can’t find anywhere else, Maine has a wonderful ability to be just a little bit quirky. You’ll find it in the people as well as the places they live. These silly town names in Maine prove it. Have you been to any? Or, better yet, do you live in one of the towns on this list?
Bald Head is a village in York, Maine. Primarily rocky cliffs, Bald Head is a hairy place to be in a windy storm. Get it? If you're looking for a great vacation, check out the Cliff House Resort near Bald Head.
The history of Poland's name is actually a wonderful love story involving music. Moses Emery, the man that had a huge role in the incorporation of the town, was reported to have loved the hymn, "Poland." Seems as good a reason as any to name a town!
Not a town, but we couldn't possibly compile a list of strange Maine names without including this one. Perhaps the most beautiful lake in Vacationland, a trip to Mooselookmeguntic means lots of ways to enjoy the outdoors.
The tiny town of Industry, Maine is a rare example of a place where the name actually is indicative of something. It was apparently named after the industrious habits of its citizens. Our guess is you should avoid it if you want to relax.
One of the many historic towns in Maine, lots of people come to Bath to see the 19th-century architecture. An early ship-building town, it's also home to Bath Iron Works.
At the same time that the original settlement of Holmanstown was getting ready to be a town, the Mexicans were fighting Spain for independence. The folks of Holmanstown appreciated that this battle was won by Mexico and paid homage to their efforts by naming their town after them. How sweet!
Was there ever a nicer sounding place than Friendship? This small town played a role in the French and Indian War. Today, you can visit the Friendship Museum, which was created in 1964. Before that time it was the one-room Friendship Grammar School from 1851-1923.
Here's something that will make you laugh: Strong, Maine was once referred to as the "Toothpick Capital of the World." Strong Wood Products Incorporated, maker of more than 20 million toothpicks per day at one point, was located here. Toothpicks aren't exactly the image that comes to mind when we consider sturdy wood, but we like it!
Another one that's not exactly a town, but yet another we couldn't bear to leave off this list. This 16-mile river runs south and east to Belfast, Maine. Can you pronounce it?
Okay, we know you’re waiting to give it to us… what did we miss?!
Speaking of weird things in Maine, have you seen the 13 oddest places you can visit in Vacationland? Check them out here and make sure you cross a few off your list in the next few months.
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